Senior Legal Advisor - Contracts

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work

Growth opportunities

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a Senior Legal Advisor focused on contracts to oversee negotiation, drafting and management of commercial agreements in a heavy industrial setting.

The role requires an admitted attorney with at least 7 years in commercial contract law, excellent drafting/negotiation skills, and the ability to guide stakeholders through complex contractual matters in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney with 7+ years in commercial contract law.
• Extensive experience drafting and negotiating high-value agreements.
• Strong understanding of contract law, risk management and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, drafting and negotiation of complex commercial contracts (supply, service, partnership).
• Develop and implement best practices for contract management.
• Provide legal advice on contractual risks, liabilities and compliance.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Law degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly skilled and experienced Senior Legal Advisor with a strong focus on Contracts to join their legal department in Vereeniging . This role is critical for overseeing the negotiation, drafting, and management of a wide array of commercial agreements. You will be responsible for ensuring that all contractual arrangements protect the company's interests, comply with legal standards, and support business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional contract drafting expertise, commercial acumen, and the ability to provide strategic legal guidance to internal stakeholders in a complex industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the review, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial contracts, including supply, service, and partnership agreements.
• Develop and implement best practices for contract management throughout the organization.
• Provide expert legal advice on contractual risks, liabilities, and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with business units to understand their needs and translate them into effective contractual terms.
• Manage contract disputes and provide guidance on dispute resolution strategies.
• Stay abreast of changes in relevant legislation and ensure contracts reflect current legal requirements.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with a minimum of 7 years' experience specializing in commercial contract law .
• Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating high-value and complex commercial agreements.
• Deep understanding of contract law principles, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet demanding deadlines.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid work flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership within the legal function.
• Company-provided medical aid and retirement fund.
• A challenging and rewarding role within a prominent industrial organization.